Policy and Advocacy Associate
Job Description
Title: Policy and Advocacy Associate
Company Name: Global Alliance for Improved Nutrition (GAIN)
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Job Location: Dhaka
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Published: 1-01-01
Application Deadline: 2026-10-31
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About you
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong analytical and research skills, with the ability to conduct desk research, literature reviews and landscape analyses, synthesise evidence, review policies and data, and develop clear, evidence-based recommendations and policy and advocacy materials. They will have a sound understanding of food systems, nutrition, health, environmental issues, social protection and relevant financing mechanisms, as well as governance, political economy and policy formulation and implementation in Bangladesh. Knowledge of development finance, trade, resource mobilisation and social safety net programmes would be valuable, while an understanding of women’s empowerment would be an advantage. The ideal candidate will have experience preparing policy briefs, factsheets, reports, articles, presentations and other technical content; contributing to policy, strategy and action plan development; and coordinating multi-stakeholder events and partner engagement. They will be confident building constructive relationships with government agencies, development partners, international organisations, private sector representatives, civil society, academia and other stakeholders. Excellent written and verbal communication, strong organisational and follow-up skills, the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines, and proficiency in PowerPoint and other relevant digital tools, including the responsible use of AI, are essential. They will be collaborative, detail-oriented and proactive, with the ability to support the Head of Policy, GAIN Bangladesh, Project Managers and the PEAS team in advancing policy and advocacy priorities. They should have a university degree in a relevant field, such as economics, agriculture, development or business management, along with relevant experience supporting policy analysis, research and coordination. A master’s degree in a related discipline would be an advantage.
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About the role
GAIN is seeking to recruit a Policy and Advocacy Associate who will support GAIN Bangladesh’s policy and advocacy activities to advance healthier diets and sustainable, equitable and resilient food systems. Reporting to the Head of Policy, Bangladesh, the postholder will undertake research and data analysis, prepare draft policy and advocacy materials, support stakeholder engagement, and coordinate assigned project activities and reporting under the supervision and guidance of the Head of Policy and relevant Project Managers.
This role will be offered on a 24-month fixed term contract, subject to availability of funding and will be based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. This advert closes on 31st October 2026. GAIN encourages early applications and reserves the right to close the advert ahead of the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of interest.
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The starting gross salary on offer for this role is from BDT 1,207,404 - BDT 1,381,380 gross per annum, depending on experience.
Employment Status: Contractual
Job Work Place: Work at office
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Gender: Both Male and Female can apply
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